Should cruise lines offer compensation for missed Mexico ports?

[rogue]

If . No one should expect to get all the ports signed up for.

Howard they are talking about a different climate entirely.. case in point.. lets take our own Joe and Joan.. we know how they dislike the Caribbean.. so they book a new england fall cruise something happens and the itinerary switches to Bermuda.. ..and lest say Joe and Joan have to fly to their port of embarkation and the airlines refuse to refund.. so either use the tickets or lose that as well..now with that being said .. and as this discussion continues..

Has anyone else realized that this is another perfect example why you need travel insurance!

I do understand what you're saying., but there is not too many cruises that are taking their ships up north. It seems like most are staying at sea. I am all in favor of giving a refund (or 100% credit).

I agree that this is a perfect example of why you should have insurance. I wonder how many people who have land trips to Mexico are asking for their money back also. I wonder how many of the resorts are telling them that the money is non-refundable.

[JoeyandDavid]

This is wrecking the Mexican economy .. no doubt

[JoeyandDavid]

I am waiting for Jackie and Tony to check in ...

[55ChevyLady]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

[rogue]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

But then again, how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?

[JoeyandDavid]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

But then again, how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?

hmmmmmmmm.. Interesting point...

[55ChevyLady]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

But then again, how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?

hmmmmmmmm.. Interesting point...

I said i wouldn't be HAPPY! AND I WOULD except at least the cruise line to loan me a jacket and some warm ups!

[JoeyandDavid]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

But then again, how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?

hmmmmmmmm.. Interesting point...

I said i wouldn't be HAPPY! AND I WOULD except at least the cruise line to loan me a jacket and some warm ups!

but Andrea you didn't answer Howard's question..."how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?" I think that is a fair question... given those choices..i think i would agree with Howard's premise..

[55ChevyLady]

if I left the first of this week from the west coast expecting to go to Mexico and ended up in Canada with nothing but shorts, bathing suit and flip flops packed I wouldn't be happy...

But then again, how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?

hmmmmmmmm.. Interesting point...

I said i wouldn't be HAPPY! AND I WOULD except at least the cruise line to loan me a jacket and some warm ups!

but Andrea you didn't answer Howard's question..."how would you feel about going to Mexico this week?" I think that is a fair question... given those choices..i think i would agree with Howard's premise..

OK....sorry, misunderstood. I would not go into Mexico.

But if the ship is diverted I would not be happy either...I would be cold. Yes, I am hard to please

P.S. that means...if the ship went ahead and sailed to Mexico AND docked, which I know they aren't, but anyway, I WOULD NOT go into port!

[JoeyandDavid]

here was Carnivals response:

Dear Carnival Guest:

We will cancel and replace the scheduled Mexican Riviera itinerary with visits to San Francisco, Victoria and Seattle on the Carnival Splendor May 3, 2009 departure.

Guests that sail on this cruise will receive a $75 per person onboard credit.

We know you will enjoy your cruise aboard the beautiful Carnival Splendor. However, if this

itinerary change is not acceptable to you we ask that you contact as soon as possible. We

will provide a future cruise credit in the amount you paid for this cruise and you can sail with

us anytime prior to December 31, 2010.

Please understand that refunds will not be provided.

Most importantly, we are looking forward to welcoming you aboard the Carnival Splendor.

The Captain, officers, staff and crew are dedicated to providing you with a fun and

memorable vacation.

Best Regards,